Nordic Spiced Saffron Hot Chocolate Recipe
Servings: 2
Calories: 446kcal
This particular recipe was born from a mission to create the ultimate winter warmer. Dark chocolate, cocoa powder, and whole milk combine with a blend of warm spices like saffron, cinnamon, and cardamom to create a rich and creamy hot chocolate fit for a Nordic winter.
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Equipment
- You will need a sieve or strainer
Ingredients
- 2 cup Whole milk The higher fat content in whole milk helps to carry the flavors of the chocolate. You can also use regular milk if you prefer.
- ½ tsp Cardamom Ground or whole seeds, crushed lightly
- ½ tsp Ground cinnamon For extra flavor you can add a cinnamon stick to the milk as it warms.
- 1 Large pinch Saffron You can use whole saffron threads or powdered saffron.
- 4 tsp Brown sugar
- ½ cup Dark Chocolate Use high-quality dark chocolate- either chocolate chips or chopped dark chocolate.
- 4 Tsp Cocoa powder unsweetened
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- 1.Warm the milk over medium-low heat together with a cinnamon stick if using, cardamom seeds and a generous pinch of saffron. Stir occasionally but don’t allow it to boil.
- When you start to see bubbles forming on the side of the pot ( about 10 minutes), add the sugar, cocoa powder, and cinnamon powder to the warm milk and stir with a whisk or a wooden spoon until dissolved.
- Add the chopped chocolate or chocolate chips and a pinch of sea salt and mix until melted and well combined.
- Pass through a sieve before serving.
- Serve each cup of hot chocolate topped with some fresh whipping cream, a star anise, mini marshmallows, chocolate shavings, or a little orange zest.
Notes
To make this hot chocolate vegan: use almond, oat, or coconut milk, and be sure to use dairy-free chocolate and a plant-based cream for serving.
Nutrition
Serving: 1cup | Calories: 446kcal | Carbohydrates: 41g | Protein: 12g | Fat: 27g | Saturated Fat: 15g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 7g | Trans Fat: 0.01g | Cholesterol: 31mg | Sodium: 104mg | Potassium: 728mg | Fiber: 6g | Sugar: 30g | Vitamin A: 414IU | Vitamin C: 0.1mg | Calcium: 348mg | Iron: 6mg
Please note:
This nutritional information is an estimate and values may vary. It is for guidance only and should not be considered dietary advice.
